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How Many Calories in Yeast Extract Spread?
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Quick reference — common serving sizes
| Amount | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28g) | 52 kcal | 6.8g |
| 100g | 185 kcal | 23.9g |
| 1 tsp | 11 kcal | 1.4g |
A yeast extract spread contains 185 calories per 100g. A typical 1 tsp (6g) provides about 11 calories. Yeast Extract Spread is moderate in calories and is a good source of protein. Accurate tracking starts with weighing portions — a digital kitchen scale removes all the guesswork.
Yeast Extract Spread Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per serving (6g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 185 kcal | 11 kcal |
| Protein | 23.9g | 1.4g |
| Carbohydrates | 20.4g | 1.2g |
| of which Sugars | 1.6g | 0.1g |
| Fat | 0.9g | 0.1g |
| of which Saturates | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fibre | 6.5g | 0.4g |
| Sodium | 3380.0mg | 203mg |
| Potassium | 2100.0mg | 126mg |
| Calcium | 67.0mg | 4mg |
| Iron | 4.0mg | 0.2mg |
| Vitamin C | 0.0mg | 0.0mg |
| Vitamin A | 0.0µg | 0µg |
| Selenium | 27.6µg | 2µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 17.5mg | 1.1mg |
% of Daily Value (per 100g)
Based on a standard 2,000-calorie reference diet — the same basis used on nutrition labels in the US and UK.
- High in protein (48% DV) — an excellent source
- High in fibre (23% DV) — an excellent source
- Low in saturated fat (0% DV)
- High in potassium (45% DV) — an excellent source
- High in iron (22% DV) — an excellent source
- High in selenium (50% DV) — an excellent source
- High in riboflavin (B2) (1346% DV) — an excellent source
- High in sodium (147% DV) — worth weighing against your daily intake if you're watching this specifically
- Calories: 9% DV
- Protein: 48% DV
- Carbohydrates: 7% DV
- Fibre: 23% DV
- Fat: 1% DV
- Saturated fat: 0% DV
- Sodium: 147% DV
- Potassium: 45% DV
- Calcium: 5% DV
- Iron: 22% DV
- Vitamin C: 0% DV
- Vitamin A: 0% DV
- Selenium: 50% DV
- Riboflavin (B2): 1346% DV
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Does yeast extract spread fit your diet?
High-protein diets
At 23.9g of protein per 100g, yeast extract spread clears the 15g/100g threshold generally used to call a food high-protein — a useful contributor if you're tracking protein intake for muscle maintenance, satiety, or a higher-protein eating pattern.
Fibre intake
Yeast Extract Spread provides 6.5g of fibre per 100g — a meaningful contribution toward the commonly cited 25-30g daily target, which supports digestion and helps with feeling fuller for longer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in yeast extract spread per 100g?
Yeast Extract Spread contains 185 calories per 100g, based on USDA reference data.
Is yeast extract spread high in calories?
A 1 tsp of yeast extract spread (6g) has around 11 calories — roughly 1% of a 2,000-calorie daily intake.
Is yeast extract spread good for weight loss?
Yeast Extract Spread is fairly calorie-dense at 185 calories per 100g, so portion size matters when losing weight. A 1 tsp provides about 11 calories.
How much protein is in yeast extract spread?
Yeast Extract Spread contains 23.9g of protein per 100g.
Is yeast extract spread a good source of fibre?
Yes — yeast extract spread provides 6.5g of fibre per 100g, which is a meaningful contribution toward the commonly cited 28g daily reference intake.
How does yeast extract spread compare to morningstar farms hot and spicy veggie sausage patties, frozen, unprepared?
Yeast Extract Spread has 185 calories per 100g, close to morningstar farms hot and spicy veggie sausage patties, frozen, unprepared at 185 — 0 calories fewer per 100g. See the full macro breakdown above.
How many servings of yeast extract spread for 20g of protein?
With 23.9g of protein per 100g, you'd need roughly 84g of yeast extract spread to reach 20g of protein
Foods with a similar calorie count
Other vegetables closest to yeast extract spread by calories per 100g:
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yeast Extract Spread (this page) | 185 kcal | 23.9g | 20.4g | 0.9g |
| Morningstar Farms Hot and Spicy Veggie Sausage Patties, Frozen, Unprepared | 185 kcal | 21.8g | 8.5g | 7.4g |
| Pace, Dry Taco Seasoning Mix | 188 kcal | 0.0g | 56.3g | 0.0g |
| Sweet Potatoes, French Fried, Frozen As Packaged, Salt Added in Processing | 182 kcal | 2.2g | 35.6g | 8.9g |
| Morningstar Farms Spicy Indian Veggie Burger, Frozen, Unprepared | 189 kcal | 9.2g | 17.0g | 11.6g |
| Luncheon Slices, Meatless | 189 kcal | 17.8g | 4.4g | 11.1g |
| Potatoes, Hash Brown, Frozen, with Butter Sauce | 178 kcal | 2.5g | 24.1g | 8.8g |
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Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central (public domain, CC0 1.0). Values are per 100g unless stated.